New insights: Improving function, independence and quality of life of individuals with cerebral palsy
Experts from across the world share new research and highlight developments in … READ MORE
Rehabilitation medicine
Technical solutions for a range of assistive devices for individuals with disabilities
Exercising at home improves walking ability in children with CP
A structured home-based exercise program can improve walking ability in children … READ MORE
Young man with CP to attend prestigious theatre school
Although he has what he describes as “a very mild case of cerebral palsy,” he … READ MORE
Emergency pediatric space opens at Calgary’s South Health Campus
‘This will be a comforting space where children and parents can come for … READ MORE
Spaces should be better designed for people with disabilities, says Ross Atkin
Streets need to be designed to consider people with disabilities, says Emerging … READ MORE
What is torticollis in babies, and how is it treated? Because it’s literally a pain in the neck
If your baby appears to have a constant head tilt, then your pediatrician may … READ MORE
How do muscle and tendon connections last a lifetime?
Cell biologists show in fruit flies how a protein controls mechanical stress on … READ MORE
‘It’s a grind’: Paralyzed Humboldt Broncos goaltender seeing slow progress
Jacob Wassermann seriously injured in bus crash that killed 16 people. Humboldt … READ MORE
U of A lab developing wearable technology to prevent athletic injuries
Top student from China lends programming expertise to develop sensors and 3D avatar. … READ MORE
Class of 2019: Design grad takes deep dive into sustainable shoe design
Kristine Vodon successfully blends academic and athletic in her wakeskate shoe … READ MORE
Is joint replacement surgery necessary?
Non-surgical and minimally invasive surgical options for deteriorating joints may … READ MORE
Exercise helps prevent cartilage damage caused by arthritis
Exercise helps to prevent the degradation of cartilage caused by osteoarthritis, … READ MORE
Slower walking speed may predict future mobility problems
Being able to walk outside for several blocks at a leisurely pace plays an important … READ MORE
The child who inspired Andiamo – London’s most exciting tech firm
The agony suffered by Diamo Parvez motivated parents Samiya and Naveed to alleviate … READ MORE
Robotic walker may help young people be more social and physically fit
“Robotics holds great hope for individuals with CP where mobility options are … READ MORE
Gait and balance dysfunction in older adults: Challenges and interventions
Falls are a significant—yet preventable—health issue among older adults. Each … READ MORE
Heather Curilla BSc PT, Physiotherapy Consultant – Redcord Calgary
Redcord is a multi-suspension exercise system used to activate and strengthen the … READ MORE
Babies with position-related head deformities need specialist evaluation and conservative treatment
Editor calls for ‘new directions’ in deformational plagiocephaly … READ MORE
We should care more about caregivers
Caregivers in Canada need more support It’s time to strengthen support for the … READ MORE
Revolutionary orthotics help London para-throwers with Tokyo training
Two para-throwers with their eyes firmly set on representing GB at the Tokyo … READ MORE
Access for disabled travelers finally on airlines’ radar
The world’s airlines have adopted a resolution that puts improving travel for … READ MORE
New air passenger protections kick in today
Bob Brown, a disability rights advocate who is quadriplegic, says the rules reduce … READ MORE
Baby helmet therapy tips and advice
When I learned of our baby’s craniosynostosis diagnosis, and that I wanted to push … READ MORE
How ‘tummy time’ factors into container baby syndrome – what primary care providers need to know
Some of the most commonly used devices for infants — car seats, swings, bouncy … READ MORE
Finnish healthcare and social welfare system provides a variety of e-services to citizens
The system presses on towards the next level of usability and interoperability for … READ MORE
A thank you to my old AFOs
In grade school, I used to launch my ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) from my foot and … READ MORE
Nonsynostotic deformational plagiocephaly: Understand, screen, and intervene
DP has a short window of opportunity for intervention while the skull bones are … READ MORE
Plagiocephaly FAQs – National Association for Plagiocephaly
The National Association for Plagiocephaly. Below are some frequently asked … READ MORE
Twin babies get helmets from Mary Free Bed
The two boys, Edgar and Vincent, have flat areas on the sides and down the … READ MORE
Calgary infant head position and shape clinic
If your baby is diagnosed with Deformational Plagiocephaly, Brachycephaly or … READ MORE
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